He added that as a traditional ruler, he prays for the Governor and for the peace, unity, and continued progress of Abia State, stressing that his support for the administration “remains unwavering.” Addressing the controversy, the monarch said he was deeply surprised by the impression created by the video circulating on social media. “The statement attributed to me does not reflect my true intentions or my deep respect for the governor and his administration. The traditional ruler appealed to Governor Alex Otti, the Bende LGA Chairman, Bassey Uwabunkeonye, and all Abia people to accept his clarification “in the spirit to which it is made.” he said.The traditional ruler appealed to Governor Alex Otti, the Bende LGA Chairman, Bassey Uwabunkeonye, and all Abia people to accept his clarification “in the spirit to which it is made.